Chiang Rai Golden Triangle and White Temple Private Tour – Full Day

Chiang Rai Golden Triangle and White Temple Private Tour – Full Day

● Stand at the Golden Triangle, where the borders of Thailand, Burma (or Myanmar), and Laos intersect
● Explore Chiang Rai’s awe-inspiring White Temple, the Wat Rong Khun
● View Thailand’s highest geyser at the Mae Khajan Hot Spring
● A TripGuru Signature Experience: curated, solo travel friendly, in small groups

Itinerary
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Stop At: Mae Khachan Hot Spring, Mae Chedi Mai, Wiang Pa Pao 57260 Thailand

In the morning, we’ll board our transport and head north towards Chiang Rai. Our first stop will be at Mae Khajan Hot Spring, Thailand’s largest geyser. After dipping our toes into the warm, natural mineral water, we’ll continue our journey to the White Temple.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Wat Rong Khun, Lahaul-Spiti Pa O Don Chai Subdistrict, Chiang Rai 57000 Thailand

Wat Rong Khun, or The White Temple, is not just mesmerizing on the outside. Once you enter the doors of this elaborate structure, you will see the painstaking attention to detail of Chalermchai Kositpipat, a globally recognized local artist and owner of this private art exhibit. His representation of Buddhist principles combined with modern pop culture shown on the inside is something you can only see for yourself – and must as photos are prohibited inside!

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Golden Triangle, Sob Ruak Village, Chiang Saen 57150 Thailand

Next we’ll board our transport and stop for lunch before exploring the world famous Golden Triangle. The nickname was coined by the CIA in reference to this region, whose trading posts’ top product was opium. Join us as we dive deep into the wild history of this area and how it became one of the most notorious narcotrafficking spots in the world.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Wat Pra That Pukhao, Wiang, Chiang Saen 57150 Thailand

We’ll then head to the nearby Wat Phra That PuKhao Temple, which is situated by the river and is an ideal spot to witness spectacular views of the river, mountains, and Golden Triangle. If you’ve still got the energy, we can also take a boat ride across the Khong river to the Laos local market which is filled with fresh, local produce, before heading back to the city.


Duration: 1 hour